Kyle Heller
Denver
Summary
Results-driven culinary professional with extensive experience in kitchen leadership and inventory management. Skilled in food preparation and customer service, with a track record of reducing waste and improving meal service efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Food Hippie ATL
Denver, CO
05.2020 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and executed seasonal menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction and culinary variety.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation during peak service hours.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients, maintaining menu integrity and freshness.
- Collaborated with management to streamline inventory processes, reducing waste and optimizing costs.
Lead Line Cook
Iacofano's Catering & Foodservice
Denver, CO
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Coordinated with event planners to customize menus, aligning offerings with client preferences and dietary requirements.
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior line cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Education
Dental Assisting
ACT
Atlanta GA05-2008
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Food preparation
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Iacofano's Catering & Foodservice
09.2021 - 03.2023
Sous Chef
Food Hippie ATL
05.2020 - Current
Dental Assisting
ACT